b'The nematodes sold for flea control are native to theUnited States and are found naturally in the soil all over thecountry. They will not adversely affect beneficial soil organ-isms, including earthworms.FIRST EXAMNEW PATIENT1Laser Therapy$ Michael Bartholomew, D.V.M., M.S.Gregory Todd, D.V.M.Wade Matthews, D.V.M.Christen Woodley, D.V.M.exam/vaccccine Jacqui Olson, D.V.M.*For new patient wellness exams only.Allison Schnoke, D.V.M.Includes physical exam and one vaccine. Does not include 3yr rabies vaccine, integrative medicine, or new patient sick appointments. Must be presented at the time for purchase.May not be combined with any other offer. As I stated earlier, I feel that prevention with naturalproducts is much more effective than treating an alreadypresent infestation. The use of medications applied to thepetororalflea/tickpreventativesareveryeffectiveinridding the pet of these parasites and in preventing re-infes-tation.Mostpetsexperiencenoorveryminimalsideeffects.Manyofthesearemonthly-basedproducts,butsome have effectiveness for up to three months duration.So, if a pet has fleas or ticks, conventional treatments arehighly suggested. Then, to reduce the use of these productsand use more natural or holistic options, go with some ofmy suggestions in this article.UTimothy Hodge, DVM Owner/practitioner of Harbourside Animal Hospital813.229.3322 andCross Creek AnimalMedical Center813.994.6929Both located in Tampawww.TheNewBarker.com THE NEW BARKER 73'